1Itton Ramen & Japanese Street Food
ยทMinneapolis, MN
Itton Ramen & Japanese Street Food, out in Minneapolis, is our top pick โ rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2,139 reviews.
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2Tamago Sushi and Bowl
Tamago Sushi and Bowl, in Macomb, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 387 reviews.
33456tea
3456tea, in Aurora, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 360 reviews.
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5Zen's Sushi Express
Zen's Sushi Express, in Geneva, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 282 reviews.
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7Cup of Canton
Cup of Canton, in Canton, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 198 reviews.
8Pho & Food To Go
ยทJacksonville, NC
Pho & Food To Go, in Jacksonville, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 185 reviews.
9Taichi bubble tea jackson
Taichi bubble tea jackson, in Jackson, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 175 reviews.
10DevilMunchiesLAB
DevilMunchiesLAB, in Denver, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 173 reviews.
11Kaiju Kitchen
ยทSt Albans City, VT
Kaiju Kitchen, in St Albans City, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 171 reviews.
12Curry Leaf
ยทMontpelier, VT
Curry Leaf, in Montpelier, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 138 reviews.
13Kawaii Konbini
Kawaii Konbini, in Longmont, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 120 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ6PM195 S Main St #9, Longmont, CO 80501
14SEN
SEN, in Stanwood, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 119 reviews.
15Yatai Asian Kitchen
Yatai Asian Kitchen, in Strasburg, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 112 reviews.
16The Spot Co
The Spot Co, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 107 reviews.
17Yanagi Sushi & Ramen
Yanagi Sushi & Ramen is a ramen restaurant in Long Island City, NY.
18THAI BANGKOK RESTAURANT
ยทMonte Vista, CO
THAI BANGKOK RESTAURANT, in Monte Vista, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 105 reviews.
19UNIKOKO Dessert & Bubble Tea
UNIKOKO Dessert & Bubble Tea, in Woodridge, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 98 reviews.
20Hinode Izakaya
With 5.0 stars and 94 reviews, Hinode Izakaya is a popular ramen destination in Katy, Texas. Highlights include delivery.
21Pho Hoa Vietnamese restaurant
Pho Hoa Vietnamese restaurant, in Waianae, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 94 reviews.
22Rising Tide Poke
Rising Tide Poke, in Kapaau, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 73 reviews.
23Aji Ramen
Aji Ramen, in Waipahu, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 65 reviews.
24Sang's Kitchen Schaumburg IL
ยทSchaumburg, IL
Sang's Kitchen Schaumburg IL, in Schaumburg, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 61 reviews.
25Ninja Ramen Mobile
Ninja Ramen Mobile, in Denver, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 59 reviews.
26Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is a ramen restaurant in Franklin Square, NY.
27Hokus Food Truck
Hokus Food Truck, in Waimea, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 52 reviews.
28Shio Sushi
Shio Sushi, in Sumner, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 49 reviews.
29Kai K Food
Kai K Food, in Honolulu, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 49 reviews.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ9PM401 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI 96814
30E&S Island Fusion
E&S Island Fusion, in Waianae, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 49 reviews.
31MO-MO MAGIC
ยทGreenville, NC
MO-MO MAGIC, in Greenville, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 48 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 5โ9:30PM+1 252-227-4770Website1904 W Arlington Blvd, Greenville, NC 27834
32Mohmohโs Laos Thai cuisine and Boba
Mohmohโs Laos Thai cuisine and Boba, in Cleveland, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 45 reviews.
33Guay Tiew - Thai Street Noodle Soup
Guay Tiew - Thai Street Noodle Soup, in Portland, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 40 reviews.
34Sushi spot LLC
Sushi spot LLC, in St Clair Shores, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 38 reviews.
35Yummy Thai Food Truck - Salida
Yummy Thai Food Truck - Salida, in Salida, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 38 reviews.
36Salt + Lite
Salt + Lite, in Troy, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 37 reviews.
37Mae Phikul Thai
Mae Phikul Thai, in Longview, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 35 reviews.
38Baka Umai Ramen Den
Baka Umai Ramen Den, in Portland, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews.
39Tani Sushi and Japanese Cuisine
Tani Sushi and Japanese Cuisine, in Phoenix, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews.
40Megumi Hibachi & Sushi
Megumi Hibachi & Sushi, in Skiatook, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews.
41Pho 828
Pho 828, in Marion, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 33 reviews.
42Denya Ramen
ยทSan Francisco, CA
Denya Ramen, in San Francisco, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 30 reviews.
43MooDeng Cafe Sushi Bar
MooDeng Cafe Sushi Bar, in Chicago, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 30 reviews.
44Hero Sushi & Grocery
ยทMiddlebury, VT
Hero Sushi & Grocery, in Middlebury, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews.
45New York Gimbap
New York Gimbap, in Portland, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 26 reviews.
46Winner Hibachi & Ramen
Winner Hibachi & Ramen, in Beaverton, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews.
47Rice,Roots & Rolls-An Asian Kitchen
ยทSpring Lake, NC
Rice,Roots & Rolls-An Asian Kitchen, in Spring Lake, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
48Corner Treestone Kitchen
Corner Treestone Kitchen, in Hickory, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
49Willy's of Oceanside
Willy's of Oceanside, in Oceanside, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
50Rolls & Bowls Asian Cuisine
Rolls & Bowls Asian Cuisine, in Kentwood, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 23 reviews.
51Volcano sushi
Volcano sushi, in Vail, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviews.
52Kumakatsu
Kumakatsu, in St Helens, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviews.
53Tamashii Ramen House
ยทOklahoma City, OK
Tamashii Ramen House, in Oklahoma City, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ11PM2701 W Memorial Rd, Oklahoma City, OK 73134
Red Wolf Ramen
With 5.0 stars and 19 reviews, Red Wolf Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Opelika, Alabama.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.1300 McCoy St, Opelika, AL 36801
55Trie Chada Authentic Thai Cuisine and Asian fusion
Trie Chada Authentic Thai Cuisine and Asian fusion, in Livonia, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews.
56Rust Belt Ramen
Rust Belt Ramen, in Albion, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviews.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.+1 269-409-3667Website118 Vine St, Albion, MI 49224
57Sushi Mikado
Sushi Mikado, in Gladstone, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviews.
Closed โ 12โ9PM140 W Arlington St, Gladstone, OR 97027
58Sabal Rice & Noodles
Sabal Rice & Noodles, in Honolulu, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ2PM700 Bishop St, Honolulu, HI 96813
59Asian Taste
Asian Taste, in Vinita, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews.
60Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle Sacramento ๅ็งๅฐไบๅ่ฟๆกฅ็ฑณ็บฟ
ยทSacramento, CA
One of Sacramento's highest-rated ramen spots, Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle Sacramento ๅ็งๅฐไบๅ่ฟๆกฅ็ฑณ็บฟ earns its 5.0-star reputation across 10 reviews. Offering delivery, it's a versatile spot for ramen lovers in Sacramento.
61Kasabi Canton Japanese Hibachi Sushi and Ramen
Kasabi Canton Japanese Hibachi Sushi and Ramen, in Canton, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews.
Open today: Hours unavailable50 E Elm St, Canton, IL 61520
62MAHALO NOODLE (Okinawa Soba ) ใใใญใใผใใซ
MAHALO NOODLE (Okinawa Soba ) ใใใญใใผใใซ, in Honolulu, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews.
63Pinches Ta-koยs Shack
A ramen bar destination in Covington with a menu built around comfort and flavor. Guests enjoy a curated sake and cocktail menu.
64kinlin ramen sushi Teriyaki
kinlin ramen sushi Teriyaki, in Watertown, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 reviews.
65Thai Noodle Papaya
Thai Noodle Papaya, in La Vergne, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews.
66Tap Tea Bar Wrightsville Beach
Tap Tea Bar Wrightsville Beach, in Wrightsville Beach, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews.
67K-Ramen Cafe
A neighborhood ramen cafe in Duluth serving a concise menu of classic ramen bowls at friendly prices. A cozy stop for a quick, satisfying noodle fix.
68E Ramen
ยทSacramento, CA
One of Sacramento's highest-rated ramen spots, E Ramen earns its 5.0-star reputation across 7 reviews. Offering delivery, it's a versatile spot for ramen lovers in Sacramento.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ2:30PM, 5โ10PM+1 916-647-3159Website7837 Stockton Blvd #200, Sacramento, CA 95823
69Bento Konbini MNG
Bento Konbini MNG, in Warren, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.+1 586-983-82285972 Chicago Rd, Warren, MI 48092
70banh mi & more at fatly
banh mi & more at fatly, in Yakima, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews.
71The Depot Ramen
With 5.0 stars and 6 reviews, The Depot Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Jamestown, North Dakota. Highlights include delivery.
72Patchwork
Patchwork, in Inola, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews.
Dalat - Streets of Vietnam
ยทBurlington, NC
Dalat - Streets of Vietnam, in Burlington, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
74S.E.A Dinette by Sushi Maru
ยทMiddlebury, VT
S.E.A Dinette by Sushi Maru, in Middlebury, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
75Jin 28 Express
ยทHighland Park, IL
Jin 28 Express, in Highland Park, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
76Jeongโs Noodle Naperville ์ ํ์ ์งฌ๋ฝ
ยทNaperville, IL
Jeongโs Noodle Naperville ์ ํ์ ์งฌ๋ฝ, in Naperville, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
77Thai Paradise
Thai Paradise, in Cordova, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ6PM8555 Macon Rd, Cordova, TN 38018
SHINJUKU STATION REVOLVING SUSHI BAR
ยทWinston-Salem, NC
SHINJUKU STATION REVOLVING SUSHI BAR, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
79Aroi Desu
ยทMercer Island, WA
Aroi Desu, in Mercer Island, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
80Miso Toh Kome
Miso Toh Kome, in Jay, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
81Northside Noodles
ยทTerre Haute, IN
With 5 stars. Northside Noodles is a top-rated asian restaurant in Terre Haute.
82Zen Curry East
With 5 stars, Zen Curry East is a top-rated restaurant in Las Vegas.
83Oshi Ramen
Moderately priced Japanese destination in Atlanta offering a wide selection of ramen styles. Features vegan-friendly options.
84Alulla Hibachi on wheels
Alulla Hibachi on wheels, in Dyersburg, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews.
85Green Mountain Potstickers Food Cart
ยทBurlington, VT
Green Mountain Potstickers Food Cart, in Burlington, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews.
86Tabe Sushi & Oishi Ramen
Tabe Sushi & Oishi Ramen, in Madison Heights, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews.
87Japanese & American Bistro LLC
Japanese & American Bistro LLC, in Wyandotte, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews.
88ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi
ยทGig Harbor, WA
ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi, in Gig Harbor, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews.
89Pelicana Chicken Atlanta
Tucked into Atlanta, Pelicana Chicken Atlanta is a celebrated Korean shop offering a satisfying lineup of noodle bowls. Highlights include a curated sake and cocktail menu.
90Hawkers Asian Street Food
Hawkers Asian Street Food, in Nashville, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 10,046 reviews.
91JINYA Ramen Bar - Woodlands
With 4.9 stars, JINYA Ramen Bar - Woodlands stands out as one of the top-rated Japanese spot in Spring delivering consistently satisfying ramen. Come for vegan-friendly options, stay for a curated sake and cocktail menu.
92JINYA Ramen Bar - Cypress
A Japanese destination in Cypress with a menu built around comfort and flavor. Guests enjoy vegan-friendly options and a curated sake and cocktail menu.
93JINYA Ramen Bar - Heights Waterworks
JINYA Ramen Bar - Heights Waterworks is a standout Japanese restaurant in Houston with a menu of classic and creative ramen bowls. Known for vegan-friendly options.
94JINYA Ramen Bar - Pearland
Moderately priced Japanese destination in Pearland offering a wide selection of ramen styles. Features vegan-friendly options.
95Good Chef Restaurant
Casual eatery offering a familiar selection of homestyle Asian dishes & desserts, plus bubble tea.
96JINYA Ramen Bar - Sugar Land
ยทSugar Land, TX
Tucked into Sugar Land, JINYA Ramen Bar - Sugar Land is one of the top-rated Japanese shop offering a satisfying lineup of noodle bowls. Highlights include vegan-friendly options.
97Sozai Japanese Restaurant
Sozai Japanese Restaurant is a ramen restaurant in New York, NY.
98JINYA Ramen Bar - Carrollton
ยทCarrollton, TX
With 4.9 stars and 3,867 reviews, JINYA Ramen Bar - Carrollton is a popular ramen destination in Carrollton, Texas. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
99JINYA Ramen Bar - Spring Branch
A celebrated Japanese spot in Houston serving a rotating menu of ramen styles. Offers vegan-friendly options and a curated sake and cocktail menu.
100Itton Ramen
ยทMinneapolis, MN
Itton Ramen, in Minneapolis, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2,904 reviews.
101JINYA Ramen Bar - South Bend
ยทSouth Bend, IN
With 4.9 stars. JINYA Ramen Bar - South Bend is a top-rated restaurant in South Bend. offering vegan-friendly options, a full bar.
102107 Taste Asian Restaurant Coral Gables
ยทCoral Gables, FL
107 Taste Asian Restaurant Coral Gables, in Coral Gables, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2,300 reviews.
103Mi Kitchen
Mi Kitchen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,725 reviews.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ2:30PM, 5โ10PM+1 615-905-5188Website9050 Carothers Pkwy #104, Franklin, TN 37067
104107 Taste Asian Restaurant South Miami
ยทSouth Miami, FL
107 Taste Asian Restaurant South Miami, in South Miami, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,290 reviews.
105WOW TERIYAKI
WOW TERIYAKI, in Lynnwood, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,254 reviews.
106Yoshi Ramen
Yoshi Ramen, in Tega Cay, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,154 reviews.
107REDWHITE BONELESS RAMEN
ยทLos Angeles, CA
REDWHITE BONELESS RAMEN is a ramen restaurant serving the Los Angeles area.
108Haru Sushi Izakaya
ยทFort Wayne, IN
With 4.9 stars. Haru Sushi Izakaya is a top-rated japanese restaurant in Fort Wayne. offering vegan-friendly options, a full bar.
109REDWHITE BONELESS RAMEN
ยทStudio City, CA
REDWHITE BONELESS RAMEN is a ramen restaurant serving the Studio City area.
110Gen Sushi
ยทBattle Ground, WA
Gen Sushi, in Battle Ground, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 836 reviews.
111Daikon Vegan Sushi - Lake Mead
Plant-based Japanese entrees, appetizers & sushi offered in a relaxed counter-service locale.
112Hachiya Ramen - Mt. Pleasant
ยทMt Pleasant, SC
Hachiya Ramen - Mt. Pleasant, in Mt Pleasant, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 510 reviews.
113Shibuya Ramen Atlanta
A standout Japanese spot in Marietta serving a rotating menu of ramen styles. Offers a curated sake and cocktail menu and delivery.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 5โ9:30PM+1 770-693-3893Website2769 Chastain Meadows Pkwy NW #90, Marietta, GA 30066
114Ramyun Gallery - Duluth
Tucked into Duluth, Ramyun Gallery - Duluth is one of the top-rated Korean shop offering a satisfying lineup of noodle bowls. Highlights include a curated sake and cocktail menu.
115Fuji Ramen
With 4.9 stars and 378 reviews, Fuji Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Avon, Indiana. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, a full bar.
116HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo
ยทLos Angeles, CA
HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo is a ramen restaurant serving the Los Angeles area.
117Ramen Studio
ยทSugar Hill, GA
With 4.9 stars, Ramen Studio stands out as a celebrated ramen spot in Sugar Hill delivering consistently satisfying ramen. Come for delivery.
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119Moxies Washington DC Restaurant
ยทWashington, DC
Moxies Washington DC Restaurant is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
120Formosa Street Food & Bar ็ฆ็พๆฉๆฒๅฑ ้ ๅฑ
ยทOklahoma City, OK
Formosa Street Food & Bar ็ฆ็พๆฉๆฒๅฑ ้ ๅฑ, in Oklahoma City, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 323 reviews.
121Noodleโขology
Noodleโขology, in Edmond, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 317 reviews.
122FuruSato Bento
FuruSato Bento, in Columbia, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 314 reviews.
123Izakaya Shun
With 4.9 stars, Izakaya Shun is a top-rated japanese restaurant in Las Vegas. offering a full bar, reservations accepted.
124Nuri Japanese and Korean Restaurant
ยทLawrenceville, GA
A Japanese destination in Lawrenceville offering a wide selection of ramen styles. Features vegan-friendly options.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4:30โ9:30PM+1 470-359-79033375 Sugarloaf Pkwy Ste 102, Lawrenceville, GA 30044
125TASTY OISHI
ยทBrownsburg, IN
With 4.9 stars. TASTY OISHI is a top-rated asian restaurant in Brownsburg. offering reservations accepted.
126Yoshiya Japanese Kitchen
With 4.9 stars, Yoshiya Japanese Kitchen is a top-rated japanese restaurant in Henderson.
127Cafe Oriental
Cafe Oriental, in Miami, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 241 reviews.
128Saromโs Cafe
Saromโs Cafe, in Winooski, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 237 reviews.
129Morning Light Bakery
Morning Light Bakery, in Winooski, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 236 reviews.
130Rice & Noodle Thai Street Food (Take Out Only)
With 4.9 stars. Rice & Noodle Thai Street Food (Take Out Only) is a top-rated thai restaurant in Lafayette. offering vegan-friendly options.
131Poke Frisee
Poke Frisee is a ramen restaurant in Rockville Centre, NY.
132Bento bowls
ยทValparaiso, IN
With 4.9 stars. Bento bowls is a top-rated restaurant in Valparaiso. offering vegan-friendly options.
133Jeab's Thai Food @Sidney MT.
Jeab's Thai Food @Sidney MT., in Sidney, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 208 reviews.
134Hugkan
Hugkan, in Bozeman, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 194 reviews.
135Ramen Satto
ยทRapid City, SD
Ramen Satto, in Rapid City, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 186 reviews.
136Aloha Ramen House
With 4.9 stars and 177 reviews, Aloha Ramen House is a popular ramen destination in Madison, Alabama. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
137Mt Fuji Sushi & Asian Cuisine
Mt Fuji Sushi & Asian Cuisine, in Bixby, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 175 reviews.
138Frankie Ramen at Silver Dollar
ยทCharleston, SC
Frankie Ramen at Silver Dollar, in Charleston, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 164 reviews.
139Enerugi Ramen
With 4.9 stars and 158 reviews, Enerugi Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Brooklyn, New York. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
140Gtown Sushi & Poke
ยทWashington, DC
Gtown Sushi & Poke is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ2:30PM, 4โ8:30PM+1 202-815-1441Website3050 Water St NW #130, Washington, DC 20007
141Sila Thai Cuisine
ยทLeavenworth, KS
Sila Thai Cuisine, in Leavenworth, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 135 reviews.
142Hanami Ramen
Hanami Ramen is a ramen restaurant in Flushing, NY.
143Mukgo Nolza Asian Restaurant & Karaoke Bar
With 4.9 stars and 97 reviews, Mukgo Nolza Asian Restaurant & Karaoke Bar is a popular ramen destination in Las Vegas, Nevada. Highlights include delivery, a full bar.
144Big Sky Noodles
Big Sky Noodles, in Big Sky, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 89 reviews.
145Thai & Burmese Deli
Thai & Burmese Deli, in Aberdeen, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 88 reviews.
146Sugakaya Ramen & Tonkatsu - StreetMaster
ยทMiddletown, NY
Sugakaya Ramen & Tonkatsu - StreetMaster is a ramen restaurant in Middletown, NY.
Closed โ 11AMโ9PM1 Galleria Dr 1st floor suite b117, Middletown, NY 10941
147Dumpling Ramen Eatery
Dumpling Ramen Eatery is a ramen restaurant in Buffalo, NY.
148Bloomte
Bloomte, in Miami, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 60 reviews.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.+1 785-521-8888Website10846 SW 104th St, Miami, FL 33176
149Karai Sushi Spicy Noodle Teriyaki
ยทSacramento, CA
One of Sacramento's highest-rated ramen spots, Karai Sushi Spicy Noodle Teriyaki earns its 4.9-star reputation across 57 reviews.
150Robata JINYA - Hollywood
ยทLos Angeles, CA
Robata JINYA - Hollywood is a ramen restaurant serving the Los Angeles area.
151Korean Balance
ยทSpring Creek, NV
With 4.9 stars, Korean Balance is a top-rated korean restaurant in Spring Creek. offering reservations accepted.
152Mabuhay Philippines Cuisine
Mabuhay Philippines Cuisine, in Colstrip, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 15 reviews.
153Moshi Moshi Brickell
Relaxed outpost featuring an expansive menu of sushi & other Japanese dishes in a trendy space.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.+1 844-466-6744Website1700 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129
154Pink Tiger on the Wharf
ยทWashington, DC
Pink Tiger on the Wharf is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
155JINYA Ramen Bar - Arlington
With 4.8 stars and 3,801 reviews, JINYA Ramen Bar - Arlington is a popular ramen destination in Arlington, Virginia. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
156107 Taste Asian Restaurant FIU
Trendy modern pit stop for creative Pan-Asian fusion fare with bubble teas, shakes, beer & wine.
157Ramen Aku
With 4.8 stars, Ramen Aku is a top-rated restaurant in Las Vegas. offering vegan-friendly options, a full bar.
158107 Taste Asian Restaurant Brickell
107 Taste Asian Restaurant Brickell, in Miami, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,545 reviews.
159Myles and Jun Yakitori Japanese Char Grill
ยทSummerville, SC
Intimate eatery offering a variety of yakitori-style grilled meats & other Japanese food, plus sake.
160RamenYa
ยทGlen Burnie, MD
Informal restaurant turning out classic Japanese noodle soups along with sake & beer.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ2:30PM, 4:30โ9:30PM+1 410-969-6090Website7938 Crain Hwy S, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
161JINYA Ramen Bar - Union Market
ยทWashington, DC
JINYA Ramen Bar - Union Market is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
162KoMex Fusion
Asian-fusion eatery offering tacos, burritos & other dishes made with Korean & Mexican ingredients.
163First Meeting Noodle
First Meeting Noodle, in Rochester, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 840 reviews.
164Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito
ยทGreenville, SC
Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito, in Greenville, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 725 reviews.
165Downtown Sushi Hibachi & Grill
Downtown Sushi Hibachi & Grill, in Watertown, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 622 reviews.
166Sakuratani Ramen & Izakaya
With 4.8 stars and 621 reviews, Sakuratani Ramen & Izakaya is a popular ramen destination in Bristol, Rhode Island. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
167Samurai
Samurai, in Billings, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 543 reviews.
168Happy Sushi SF
ยทSpanish Fort, AL
With 4.8 stars and 448 reviews, Happy Sushi SF is a popular ramen destination in Spanish Fort, Alabama. Highlights include delivery, a full bar.
169Fuji Spearfish Japanese restaurant
Fuji Spearfish Japanese restaurant, in Spearfish, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 414 reviews.
170R&B Ramen N Bao
With 4.8 stars and 402 reviews, R&B Ramen N Bao is a popular ramen destination in Oxford, Connecticut. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
171Tokyo Sushi Steak House
ยทRapid City, SD
Tokyo Sushi Steak House, in Rapid City, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 396 reviews.
172Noodle House
With 4.8 stars and 393 reviews, Noodle House is a popular ramen destination in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
173Sticks & Spoons Ramen Bar
With 4.8 stars and 389 reviews, Sticks & Spoons Ramen Bar is a popular ramen destination in Roanoke, Virginia. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery.
Closed โ 12โ3PM, 4:30โ9PM+1 540-761-9236Website32 Market Square SE Unit 123, Roanoke, VA 24011
174Tiki Garden Thai Street Food DC
ยทWashington, DC
Tiki Garden Thai Street Food DC is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
175MontAsia
MontAsia, in Fishtail, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 352 reviews.
176JINYA Ramen Bar - Georgetown
ยทWashington, DC
JINYA Ramen Bar - Georgetown is a ramen restaurant in Washington, DC.
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178Lucky Pot at Auburn
With 4.8 stars and 261 reviews, Lucky Pot at Auburn is a popular ramen destination in Auburn, Alabama. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
179ORYZA POKE & RAMEN
ORYZA POKE & RAMEN, in Eagan, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 232 reviews.
180Saigon House Vietnamese Restaurant
Saigon House Vietnamese Restaurant, in Aberdeen, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 193 reviews.
181Yido Ramen and Sushi Alexandria
ยทAlexandria, VA
With 4.8 stars and 183 reviews, Yido Ramen and Sushi Alexandria is a popular ramen destination in Alexandria, Virginia. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ3PM, 4โ10PM+1 703-899-9233Website1612 B Belle View Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22307
182Asian Mix LLC
Asian Mix LLC, in Dillon, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 142 reviews.
183Hawaiian BBQ Ramen & Poke
ยทPrattville, AL
With 4.8 stars and 141 reviews, Hawaiian BBQ Ramen & Poke is a popular ramen destination in Prattville, Alabama. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
184Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi
Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi, in Huron, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 120 reviews.
185186I-Chi Mein - Chinese Restaurant & Asian Noodles
I-Chi Mein - Chinese Restaurant & Asian Noodles, in Rochester, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 101 reviews.
187Aiko's
Aiko's, in Missoula, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 84 reviews.
188Sushi UNI
Sushi UNI, in Lenexa, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,708 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4:30PMโ10PM(913) 322-8667Website12841 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66215, USA
189Zen Ramen and Sushi Burrito in Clemson
Zen Ramen and Sushi Burrito in Clemson, in Clemson, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,795 reviews.
190929 Kitchen & Bar
Sophisticated pub serving Korean eats with a contemporary twist, including bibimbap & kimchi nachos.
191KC Craft Ramen
ยทOverland Park, KS
With 4.7 stars and 1,478 reviews, KC Craft Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Overland Park, Kansas. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
192Matsui Japanese Sushi & Ramen
ยทAlexandria, VA
Established eatery with a sushi bar offering common Japanese dishes in a cozy, laid-back atmosphere.
Closed โ 11AMโ3PM, 4โ9:30PM+1 703-550-6100Website6408 Landsdowne Centre Dr, Alexandria, VA 22315
193Tsujita NJ Artisan Noodle
Tsujita NJ Artisan Noodle is a celebrated Japanese restaurant in Fort Lee with a menu of classic and creative ramen bowls. Known for vegan-friendly options.
Closed โ 11AMโ3PM, 5โ9:30PM+1 201-429-2475Website2034 Lemoine Ave Suite #5B, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
194Hokkaido Ramen House - Aksarben
Hokkaido Ramen House - Aksarben, in Lenexa, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,049 reviews.
195Ramen House
ยทLouisville, KY
Booths & art line this buzzy, airy outpost in a strip mall specializing in ramen, buns & dumplings.
196Terakawa Ramen
The chefs at this casual restaurant hail from Kumamoto & prepare a range of traditional ramen.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ3PM, 4:30โ10PM+1 609-799-6688Website64 Princeton Hightstown Rd, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
197Naree Kitchen Thai & Sushi
ยทKansas City, KS
Naree Kitchen Thai & Sushi, in Kansas City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 843 reviews.
198Kamado Ramen
ยทHuntsville, AL
With 4.7 stars and 836 reviews, Kamado Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Huntsville, Alabama. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
199Ebisu Providence
ยทProvidence, RI
Cozy, family-owned izakaya providing ramen & other Japanese bites along with a large sake selection.
200OMO Japanese Ramen Sushi
ยทKansas City, KS
OMO Japanese Ramen Sushi, in Kansas City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 703 reviews.
201Jumbo Noodles Bar
ยทKansas City, KS
Jumbo Noodles Bar, in Kansas City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 666 reviews.
202Hawaii Poke Bowl
Hawaii Poke Bowl, in Eagan, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 561 reviews.
203Gyu-Mai Japanese BBQ
ยทMinnetonka, MN
Gyu-Mai Japanese BBQ, in Minnetonka, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 517 reviews.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4PMโ10PM(952) 208-1938Website8251 Flying Cloud Dr Ste 3040, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA
204Ninja Ramen
With 4.7 stars and 487 reviews, Ninja Ramen is a popular ramen destination in York, Pennsylvania. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, budget-friendly pricing.
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205Kataki Sushi & Ramen
ยทMinneapolis, MN
Kataki Sushi & Ramen, in Minneapolis, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 474 reviews.
206Haiku Izakaya & Ramen
Haiku Izakaya & Ramen, in Woodbury, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 442 reviews.
207Ebisu East Providence
With 4.7 stars and 433 reviews, Ebisu East Providence is a popular ramen destination in East Providence, Rhode Island. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4:30โ10:30PM+1 401-434-0037Website250 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
208Saint Sushi and sake
ยทLeavenworth, KS
Saint Sushi and sake, in Leavenworth, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 428 reviews.
209wasabi japanese sushi and bar
With 4.7 stars and 375 reviews, wasabi japanese sushi and bar is a popular ramen destination in Alabaster, Alabama. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
210X Ramen
With 4.7 stars and 246 reviews, X Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Southport, Connecticut. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
211Kajiken Alexandria
ยทAlexandria, VA
With 4.7 stars and 198 reviews, Kajiken Alexandria is a popular ramen destination in Alexandria, Virginia. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery.
212Mizu No Kaori
With 4.7 stars and 174 reviews, Mizu No Kaori is a popular ramen destination in Columbus, Ohio. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options.
213Megumi Sushi Ramen Grill
With 4.7 stars and 172 reviews, Megumi Sushi Ramen Grill is a popular ramen destination in Hamilton, Ohio. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
214Nara Ramen
With 4.7 stars and 168 reviews, Nara Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Findlay, Ohio. Highlights include vegetarian options, mid-range pricing.
215New Wave Kitchen Ramen & Sake Bar
With 4.7 stars and 108 reviews, New Wave Kitchen Ramen & Sake Bar is a popular ramen destination in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
216Tea Spoons
ยทCharleston, WV
Tea Spoons, in Charleston, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 49 reviews.
217Asa Ramen
Straightforward Asian restaurant serving hearty bowls of ramen noodle soup.
218MAKI
Ramen, rice bowls & sushi are the focus of this petite Asian restaurant with TVs & a casual vibe.
219Menya Sandaime
Japanese eatery providing various types of ramen in a cozy, wood-lined space with traditional decor.
220Tamashi Ramen
Budget-friendly Asian destination in Orem offering a wide selection of ramen styles. Features vegan-friendly options.
221Wara Wara Restaurant
ยทProvidence, RI
Lighthearted cafe serving tapas, ramen, seafood & drinks in casual, spirited quarters.
222Kaliubon Ramen & Poke (Wethersfield)
ยทWethersfield, CT
Traditional ramen with homemade noodles & other Japanese eats are the draw at this casual eatery.
223Hanabi Ramen
Japanese noodle soups & crisp-skinned dumplings served in a modern storefront setting.
224Aki Japanese Cuisine
ยทHuntsville, AL
Understated restaurant offering traditional dishes, including sushi, ramen bowls & dumplings.
Closed โ 11AMโ3PM, 4:30โ10:30PM+1 256-489-5900Website6125 University Dr NW Suite B18, Huntsville, AL 35806
225Kumo Japan of White Hall
Kumo Japan of White Hall, in Fairmont, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 544 reviews.
226Asoul Ramen
With 4.6 stars and 516 reviews, Asoul Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
227Kaliubon Ramen & Sushi (West Hartford)
ยทWest Hartford, CT
With 4.6 stars and 473 reviews, Kaliubon Ramen & Sushi (West Hartford) is a popular ramen destination in West Hartford, Connecticut. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
228Yagi Noodles
Easygoing fixture plating Asian eats & specializing in classic ramen soup bowls made from scratch.
229Gin Ramen & Asian Tapas
ยทAlexandria, VA
With 4.6 stars and 406 reviews, Gin Ramen & Asian Tapas is a popular ramen destination in Alexandria, Virginia. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4โ10PM+1 571-970-1847Website500 John Carlyle St Suite 110, Alexandria, VA 22314
230Menya Sandaime
Moderately priced ramen destination in Fort Lee offering a wide selection of ramen styles. Features outdoor seating.
231Osaka Japan Ramen Sushi & Hibachi
Osaka Japan Ramen Sushi & Hibachi, in Weirton, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 139 reviews.
232Phed Phed
ยทProvidence, RI
With 4.6 stars and 19 reviews, Phed Phed is a popular ramen destination in Providence, Rhode Island. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
233Takara Ramen Henrico
Restaurant serving ramen with homemade broth plus small plates & sake drinks.
234Mแบนcha Noodle Bar
ยทWest Hartford, CT
With 4.5 stars and 777 reviews, Mแบนcha Noodle Bar is a popular ramen destination in West Hartford, Connecticut. Highlights include delivery, mid-range pricing.
235Blackbeard Ramen
ยทCliffside Park, NJ
Homey neighborhood cafe offering Japanese standards, like hearty noodle soups & curry rice dishes.
236Muteki Ramen
With 4.5 stars and 421 reviews, Muteki Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Hoboken, New Jersey. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, mid-range pricing.
237Noodle Revolution
With 4.5 stars and 400 reviews, Noodle Revolution is a popular ramen destination in Westerly, Rhode Island. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, mid-range pricing.
238Ramen&Boba Hero
ยทEagle Mountain, UT
With 4.5 stars and 374 reviews, Ramen&Boba Hero is a popular ramen destination in Eagle Mountain, Utah. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Closed โ 11:30AMโ10:30PM+1 801-789-2099Website4095 E Pony Express Pkwy #8A, Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
239Ramen Hachi
With 4.5 stars and 237 reviews, Ramen Hachi is a popular ramen destination in Oxford, Ohio. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, mid-range pricing.
240Sakai Ramen Secaucus
With 4.5 stars and 235 reviews, Sakai Ramen Secaucus is a popular ramen destination in Secaucus, New Jersey. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, outdoor seating.
241KAWA RAMEN HOUSE
ยทNew Providence, NJ
With 4.5 stars and 153 reviews, KAWA RAMEN HOUSE is a popular ramen destination in New Providence, New Jersey. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, mid-range pricing.
242Wheeling Noods Ramen Bar
Wheeling Noods Ramen Bar, in Wheeling, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 130 reviews.
243Kyuramen x TBaar - Strongsville
ยทStrongsville, OH
With 4.4 stars and 447 reviews, Kyuramen x TBaar - Strongsville is a popular ramen destination in Strongsville, Ohio. Highlights include vegetarian options, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
244Kiwami Ramen
ยทLouisville, KY
With 4.4 stars and 283 reviews, Kiwami Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Louisville, Kentucky. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
245Hakata Ramen Restaurant
ยทSpringville, UT
With 4.4 stars and 54 reviews, Hakata Ramen Restaurant is a popular ramen destination in Springville, Utah.
246Otani Noodle - Uptown
Hip locale with communal seating for ramen, katsu, tempura, wings & other cooked Japanese fare.
247Oishii Ramen
ยทLouisville, KY
With 4.3 stars and 113 reviews, Oishii Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Louisville, Kentucky. Highlights include delivery, mid-range pricing.
248Ume Craft Ramen
With 4.2 stars and 234 reviews, Ume Craft Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Lexington, Kentucky. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
249Rakkii Ramen
ยทDoylestown, PA
With 4.1 stars and 367 reviews, Rakkii Ramen is a popular ramen destination in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Hours not listed โ confirm directly before you go.+1 215-340-1962Website52 E State St F, Doylestown, PA 18901
250Zen Noodle
ยทCharles Town, WV
Zen Noodle, in Charles Town, is next up, rated 1.6 out of 5 from 29 reviews.
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How I Squeeze Great Ramen Into a Lunch Break
Ramen is one of the best lunches going โ hot, filling, and fast when you pick the right spot. It beats a sad desk sandwich, it beats a fast-food drive-through, and it does it at a price that usually fits a weekday budget without any guilt. The map above is filtered toward quick, satisfying lunch bowls near you. Enter your ZIP or use your location to find a spot close enough to the office that you spend your break actually eating and enjoying yourself, not commuting and rushing.
The trick to ramen at lunch is choosing both the right restaurant and the right bowl for what the clock and your afternoon allow. Not all ramen shops are built for speed, and not all bowls are well-suited to midday eating. A slow, leisurely tonkotsu temple with a 30-minute wait might be perfect for a Saturday afternoon but is a disaster on a 45-minute lunch break. Here is how I get in and out in under an hour, plus how to avoid the bowl that leaves you ready for a nap at 2 PM.
I eat ramen for lunch more than any other time of day, which means I have developed pretty strong opinions about what works and what does not. The key variables are proximity, service speed, and the density of the bowl โ get all three right and you have the best possible midday meal. Get one wrong and you end up either skipping lunch or sleepwalking through your afternoon.
Lunch ramen is also one of the best value meals in the city when you know where to look. Many shops run weekday lunch specials that combine a smaller or standard bowl with a side like gyoza, rice, or a drink at a meaningfully better price than ordering everything separately at dinner. Those sets are worth seeking out specifically, and I have learned which filters surface the spots most likely to offer them.
What makes ramen a great lunch
Ramen has a structural advantage over most lunch options: it comes out fast. At a counter-style shop, you can be seated, order, and have a bowl in front of you within five to ten minutes of walking in. That is a speed most sit-down lunch options cannot match, and it means even a 45-minute break can work. The meal is also complete on its own โ broth, noodles, protein, and vegetables all in a single bowl โ which means there is no assembling sides or making decisions while the clock ticks. Takeout is an equally good option at many shops, especially if you order ahead: you pick up a ready bowl and eat back at your desk or in the park, which reclaims even more of your break for actual eating rather than waiting. The "Open Now" filter confirms a spot is serving, which I always check before leaving the office.
Fast service
Counter-style shops are specifically built for speed โ you can walk in, sit, and be eating a complete bowl within minutes. No table service delays, no bread basket to wait through.
Takeout option
Ordering ahead for pickup turns a ramen lunch into a true grab-and-go experience. You spend your break eating, not waiting, and you can take the bowl wherever you want.
Lunch specials
Many shops run weekday lunch sets โ a standard bowl plus gyoza or rice at a better combined price than ordering each item separately at dinner. These sets are worth specifically seeking out.
Bowls that will not make you sleepy
A giant, ultra-rich tonkotsu with extra fat and double noodles is one of life's genuine pleasures, but at noon it can send you directly into a 2 PM slump that derails the rest of your workday. For a midday bowl I consistently lean lighter: a clean shoyu with a clear, soy-seasoned broth, a shio with its salt-forward brightness, or a simple chicken broth bowl that hits all the savory notes without the fat load of a full pork tonkotsu. If I do order tonkotsu at lunch, I go standard size rather than large and skip the extra fat. You still get the full ramen experience without the food coma consequence. A regular-size portion rather than an upgraded large is also a meaningful choice โ the portion difference is often smaller than you expect, but the afternoon energy difference is real.
Shoyu or shio for midday
Clean, clear broths deliver the full savory ramen experience without the heavy fat load that triggers an afternoon energy crash. They are also fast to eat since they are not as dense.
Standard size over large
The large bowl feels like great value but can cross the line into too-full territory at noon. Standard size keeps you satisfied without the post-lunch heaviness.
Skip the extra fat
Most tonkotsu shops offer a fat level setting. For a lunch bowl, go normal rather than extra โ you still get richness without the sluggish aftermath.
Beating the lunch rush
Popular ramen spots get genuinely slammed between about noon and 1 PM on weekdays. If your schedule gives you any flexibility at all, going a little before noon โ arriving at 11:30 when the shop first opens โ or pushing lunch to 1:15 makes a meaningful difference in wait time and atmosphere. The room is calmer, the staff are less stretched, and the broth has been going long enough to be at its best without the kitchen being overwhelmed. If I have to eat right at noon, I lean toward spots with counter seating where single diners turn over quickly, or I order takeout ahead so I skip the line entirely. Stacking the "Open Now" filter confirms a spot is serving at that moment, and sorting by distance means I am not walking somewhere so far that the commute eats half my break.
Eat at 11:30 or after 1
Arriving right at opening or after the peak means shorter waits, calmer rooms, and staff who are not in the weeds. Even 15 minutes of timing difference makes a real impact.
Choose counter seating
Single counter seats at busy shops turn over fast. If you are eating alone, a counter spot often means skipping the line that forms for table seating.
Order takeout ahead
For absolute efficiency, order pickup before you leave the office. You walk in, pick up your bowl, and your lunch break starts immediately rather than after a wait.
Getting the most out of a lunch set
Weekday lunch sets are one of ramen dining's best-kept secrets for the uninitiated. Many shops offer them only on weekdays during lunch hours, and they typically bundle a standard bowl with a portion of gyoza, a small rice, or a drink for a combined price that is noticeably better than ordering each item separately. The gyoza-and-bowl combination is my standard move: the gyoza arrives quickly, gives me something to eat while the bowl finishes, and rounds out the meal in a way that keeps me full through the afternoon without going overboard. I always ask at the counter or check the lunch menu section of the listing before I go, because these sets are not always prominently advertised.
My lunch-ramen tips
- โขSort by distance before anything else โ a ramen spot is only a good lunch option if it is close enough to fit the commute into your break.
- โขChoose counter-style shops or order takeout ahead for the fastest turnaround; table service at a busy spot can eat your entire break.
- โขGo lighter at midday โ a shoyu, shio, or standard-size bowl keeps you satisfied without the afternoon slump that a heavy tonkotsu can cause.
- โขLook for weekday lunch sets: a bowl plus gyoza or rice at a combined price is consistently better value than ordering separately.
- โขBeat the noon-to-1 PM rush by going at 11:30 when the shop opens or pushing lunch to after 1 PM โ the difference in wait time is significant.
- โขStack "Open Now" before leaving the office to confirm the spot is serving; nothing wastes a lunch break like walking to a closed kitchen.
- โขSingle diners get a real advantage at counters โ a solo lunch seat often means jumping the line that forms for tables.
- โขOrder a soft egg as an add-on rather than ordering extra noodles; the protein keeps you fuller longer without the carb spike that leads to mid-afternoon fatigue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get ramen for lunch near me?+
The map above is filtered toward quick lunch spots. Enter your ZIP or tap "Use my location" to find fast, satisfying bowls close to where you are. Sorting by distance first makes sure the closest open options appear at the top of the list.
Is ramen a good quick lunch?+
Yes โ it is one of the best. It comes out fast at counter-style shops, takeout is easy to set up ahead of time, and a single bowl is a complete meal. All of that makes ramen unusually well-suited to a 45-minute lunch break compared to most sit-down alternatives.
What ramen should I order for lunch?+
Go a little lighter than your dinner bowl: a clean shoyu or shio, or a standard-size portion even if you usually order large. This gets you the full ramen satisfaction without the afternoon energy crash that a heavy tonkotsu or oversized bowl can cause.
Do ramen restaurants have lunch specials?+
Many run weekday lunch sets โ a standard bowl plus gyoza, rice, or a drink at a better combined price. These sets are not always prominently displayed, so it is worth checking the listing or asking at the counter before you order.
How do I beat the ramen lunch rush?+
Go right at opening around 11:30, or push lunch past 1 PM if your schedule allows. Counter seats at busy spots also turn over faster than tables, and ordering takeout ahead eliminates the wait entirely.
Can I get ramen takeout for lunch?+
Yes, and it is one of the best ways to manage a lunch break efficiently. Order ahead for pickup, collect your bowl, and eat wherever works for you. The main trade-off is that noodles continue absorbing broth in transit, so eating soon after pickup keeps the texture at its best.
How long does it take to eat ramen at a lunch counter?+
At a fast counter-style shop you can realistically be in, eating, and out in about 20 to 25 minutes if you are not waiting for a seat. Add waiting time depending on how busy the spot is and whether you arrive at the rush. A total lunch break of 45 minutes is workable at the right spot.
Is ramen too heavy for a midday meal?+
It can be if you choose the heaviest bowl and the largest portion. But a clean shoyu or shio in a standard size is genuinely well-calibrated for midday eating: satisfying, savory, and complete without being the kind of meal that demands a nap afterward. The choice of bowl matters as much as the restaurant.
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